Description
This Roasted Garlic & Sage Turkey is incredibly succulent, with tender meat bursting with rich, herby flavors. The combination of roasted garlic and fresh sage creates a deliciously savory profile, making it a perfect holiday centerpiece for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 head of garlic, roasted
- 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, quartered
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: In a bowl, mix softened butter, roasted garlic, sage, salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme until well combined.
- Prepare the Turkey: Pat the turkey dry. Loosen the skin over the breast and thighs, then spread the garlic butter mixture under the skin and over the turkey.
- Stuff the Turkey: Fill the turkey cavity with onion, carrots, and celery for extra flavor.
- Roast the Turkey: Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a pan. Pour chicken broth into the pan and cover loosely with foil.
- Baste & Cook: Roast, basting every 30 minutes. Remove foil for the last hour to crisp the skin. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
- Rest & Serve: Let the turkey rest 20-30 minutes before carving. Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Notes
- Roasting times may vary depending on oven and turkey size.
- For an extra crispy skin, brush with melted butter in the last 30 minutes.
- Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or cranberry sauce for a complete feast!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg